A versatile singer whose mellifluous vocals make the fans go berserk was recently in New Delhi to promote a peace initiative by ‘Caritas India’, where he gave a scintillating performance for ‘Shaan – Live In Concert’ at the NSIC Grounds, Okhla in New Delhi. The jam packed session was a huge hit and turned out to be a memorable evening for Delhiites as the singer belted out his evergreen hits to the joy of euphoric music lovers.

In a freewheeling conversation with Aman Kanth of Spicezee , a gregarious yet suave Shaan spoke at length about his love for Delhi, its growing music scene and his musical journey.

Aman: Hey Shaan, welcome to Delhi. How does it feel to perform live in the city?

Shaan: Thank you. It’s very nice to be in Delhi and I am very excited to perform live in the city. Delhi is a nice city, where live performances are popular - the city has popular band culture, which makes it all the more pleasant. Above all, the concert ‘Stand Up For Peace Shaan Se’ is being organised for a special cause by ‘Caritas India’ – a cause that supports peace and harmony, so it makes it all the more special.

Aman: From ‘Q-Funk’ to ‘3 Idiots’, how satisfying has been your musical journey?

Shaan: (Smiles) It has been a very satisfying and gratifying journey. Looking back in the past, I have good thoughts. It has been a lovely way. As I have been here for a long time, it’s quite nice to see that you still connect with the young generation.

Aman: Celebrated for your effortless romantic numbers that appeal to one and all, how do you feel to be the singing sensation of the nation?

Shaan: (Almost blushes and breaks into a smile) As you say that I have an effortless singing style, I have always kept my singing style simple yet natural. Well, as far as being the singing sensation of the nation is concerned, it is indeed a very humbling experience.

Shaan: You see it’s all about time management, maintaining a fine balance between my professional commitments and personal life. I love doing live events, reality shows, private albums and Bollywood playback singing. The moment I feel overworked, I simply run away… (laughs)!

Aman: Amongst a live event, reality shows, cutting private albums and Bollywood playback singing, which one does Shaan enjoy the most?

Shaan: It has to be live shows as they give you a different high altogether. One gets to interact with the audience. Be it India or abroad, it’s simply amazing the kind of love and enthusiasm one gets on live shows.

Aman: Can you tell us more about your upcoming ventures?

Shaan: Currently, I am working on a new album which will have love as its theme. The album will be releasing near the Valentine’s Day. Apart from it, I have couple of Bollywood projects, a nice song in ‘Paa’, and then there is ‘Chance Pe Dance’ and ‘3 Idiots.’

Aman: News has it that you are a part of 26/11 anniversary tribute anthem. Can you please elucidate more upon this anthem?

Shaan: Yes, I am very much part of the 26/11 anniversary tribute anthem. It is a song composed by Sonu Nigam and it is a consolidated effort by the various artists to honor the victims of 26/11. The anthem will be launched by Mumbai police. Its message is peace - a sense of oneness and standing for unity.

Aman: How do you want to be remembered in life, as a pop singer or a Bollywood playback singer?

Shaan: (Laughs) Well, I really can’t comment upon this as it’s for the audience to decide. Well, as long as they remember me, it’s perfect. In all, it has been a long journey- a fantastic one!